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Hector Camacho dies after being taken off life support

Hector Macho Camacho was declared dead on Saturday, four days after being shot in the face

…ma center in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The friend, 49-year-old Adrian Mojica Moreno, died at the scene of the shooting. Police said Adrian Mojica Moreno had nine small bags of cocaine in his pocket and a 10th bag was found open in the car. Originally from Bayamon, just outside San Juan, Hector Camacho was long regarded as a flashy if volatile talent, a skilled boxer who was perhaps overshadowed by hi…

Hector Camacho funeral: carriage drawn by white horses carried boxer’s body around the streets of Spanish Harlem

A carriage drawn by white horses carried Hector Camacho's body around the streets of Spanish Harlem, taking the casket cover with a Puerto Rican flag to St. Cecilia's Catholic Church

…Hector Camacho, who was 50 when he died, moved to New York as a child. Known for his flamboyant displays in the ring, he won super lightweight, lightweight and junior welterweight world titles in the 1980s and fought high-profile bouts against Felix Trinidad, Julio Cesar Chavez and Sugar Ray Leonard. He had a career record of 79-6-3. Leaving the church, people showed off pictures of Hector Camach…

Margaret Thatcher Funeral: programme guide and ceremony details

Margaret Thatcher will be given a funeral ceremony with full military honors before a private cremation on April 17

Former British PM Margaret Thatcher will be given a funeral ceremony with full military honors before a private cremation on Wednesday, April 17. Officials and politicians from around the world will be in London to pay their last respects to Britain’s first female prime minister. Margaret Thatcher died at Ritz Hotel in London on Monday, April 8, after suffering a massive stroke at the age of 87….

Hector Camacho funeral: ex-lover and sisters come to blows with Cynthia Castillo claiming to be his girlfriend next to his open casket

The funeral of Hector Camacho erupted into chaos after a fight broke out between Cynthia Castillo, a former lover and his sisters

…personality.” Hector Camacho, who was 50 when he died, left Puerto Rico as a child and moved to New York. He went on to win super lightweight, lightweight and junior welterweight world titles in the 1980s and fought high-profile bouts against Felix Trinidad, Julio Cesar Chavez and Sugar Ray Leonard. He had a career record of 79-6-3 and was a showman in the ring, chanting “It’s Macho time”…

Whitney Houston’s funeral: Bobbi Kristina Brown and Cissy Houston paid their respects in private

Bobbi Kristina Brown, 18, who made her first appearance since being rushed to hospital after collapsing through stress following her mother's passing, was seen arriving at Whigham Funeral Home in Whitney Houston's hometown of Newark

Whitney Houston’s family members, including her mother Cissy and daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown, took the opportunity to pay their respects in private at Whigham Funeral Home, Newark, New Jersey, yesterday. Millions of viewers are expected to witness Whitney Houston’s funeral at noon today. Bobbi Kristina Brown, 18, who made her first appearance since being rushed to hospital after col…

Was Whitney Houston a secret lesbian and her partner was Robyn Crawford?

Robyn Crawford (right) did not say whether she had a lesbian relationship with Whitney Houston and she has never commented on the rumors

Robyn Crawford, Whitney Houston’s former personal assistant, had been the singer’s secret lesbian lover for many years, claims gay rights campaigner Peter Tatchell. Peter Tatchell claimed Whitney Houston attended an AIDS event in London, in 1991, with a gay partner. Though he declined to identify her, the organizer – respected gay rights and equality consultant Vernal Scott – said that Pete…

Hector Macho Camacho left brain dead after being shot in the face

Former world boxing champion Hector Macho Camacho has been left brain dead after being shot in his native Puerto Rico

…nine lives. He’s been through so much,” he said. “If anybody can pull through it will be him.” Hector Camacho’s last title bout came against then-welterweight champion Oscar De La Hoya in 1997, a loss by unanimous decision. Steve Tannenbaum said he was going to fight two years ago in Denmark until his opponent pulled out and that they were looking at a possible bout in 2013. “We were…

Whitney Houston’s funeral: participants and programe

A galaxy of stars is expected today to pay tribute to Whitney Houston at her funeral in a gathering not seen since the death of Michael Jackson

…been thought Bobby Brown would be kept away amid resentment he led Whitney Houston astray and fears he was trying to get his hands on her $40 million fortune. The 90-minute service will take place at 12:00 p.m. local time at the New Hope Baptist Church in Newark, New Jersey, where Whitney Houston was first discovered as a teenager. It will reportedly be a mixture of religious music and celebrity…

Whitney Houston’s funeral: pictures from inside the church and of service program

Pastor Joe Carter took to the alter to read some scripture and start the celebration of Whitney Houston's life

…ng the service. But on account of his connection with daughter Bobbi Kristina, Bobby Brown was later told he would be able to pay his last respects to Whitney Houston – who he was married to for 14 years. According to CNN, guests held in their hands an invitation with a cover featuring a photo of a smiling Whitney Houston. The six-page funeral program contained color family photos and a note…

Bobby Brown banned from Whitney Houston’s funeral by her family

Bobby Brown (pictured with daughter Bobbi Kristina) has been told he is “not welcome” at Whitney Houston’s funeral by several members of her family

Bobby Brown, Whitney Houston’s ex-husband, has been told he is “not welcome” at the singer’s funeral by several members of her family. A close family member, who has not been identified, warned Bobby Brown not to even try to attend as the Houston clan is “not fond of him”. During Whitney Houston and Bobby Brown’s 14-year marriage they repeatedly came to blows in private and public, wi…

Izmir murders updates. Shannon Graham at mother’s funeral.

Shannon Graham (center) attended mother's funeral service in Northern Ireland this morning

Turkey murders story. Shannon Graham’s first interview.   Two women from Northern Ireland murdered near Izmir, Turkey.   Izmir murders. Turkish waiter, Recep Cetin appears in court.     Turkey murders latest news. Recep Cetin charged with stabbing to death his girlfriend’s mother.     Izmir murders latest updates.   Shannon Graham, the 15-year-old girl, whose Turkish boyfriend is the pr…

Margaret Thatcher’s Funeral: London security increased on precession route

Margaret Thatcher's coffin will travel from Westminster and be taken in procession through central London for the funeral at St Paul's Cathedral

A tight London security operation involving more than 4,000 police officers is under way for the funeral of former British PM Margaret Thatcher. Margaret Thatcher’s coffin will travel from Westminster and be taken in procession through central London for the funeral at St Paul’s Cathedral at 11:00 BST. Some 2,300 people, representing 170 countries, are expected to attend. Queen Elizab…

Margaret Thatcher Funeral: cortege route and procession details

Margaret Thatcher’s funeral service is expected to take place next week, and will be similar in status to those accorded to the Queen Mother and Princess Diana

Former British PM Margaret Thatcher will be given a ceremonial funeral with full military honors at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London. Margaret Thatcher’s funeral service is expected to take place next week, and will be similar in status to those accorded to the Queen Mother and Princess Diana. Many members of Parliament have called for Iron Lady to be given a state funeral, as was given to fo…

Krystle Campbell Funeral: Firefighters honor guard salute Boston attack victim’s casket at St. Joseph Church

Firefighters honor guard salute as pallbearers carry the casket of Boston Marathon bomb victim Krystle Campbell into St Joseph's Church for her funeral in Medford

Thousands of well-wishers witnessed an honor guard of firefighters standing to attention to salute pallbearers carrying Boston Marathon attack victim Krystle Campbell’s casket into church today. The line outside St. Joseph Church on Monday for the 11 a.m. funeral of 29-year-old Krystle Campbell stretched down the block as 23 officers on motorbikes joined the procession. Krystle Campbell was…

Margaret Thatcher Funeral Details: Mikhail Gorbachev will not attend ceremony due to health problems

Margaret Thatcher's funeral will not be attended by former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev due to health problems

…achev due to health problems During her time in power Margaret Thatcher struck up an unlikely alliance with Mikhail Gorbachev, the reforming Soviet president who oversaw the end of the Soviet Union in 1991. Following her death on Monday, Mikhail Gorbachev paid tribute to Baroness Thatcher as a “heavyweight politician and a striking person”. On Wednesday, British MPs were recalled from…

Margaret Thatcher funeral guest list released

Margaret Thatcher’s funeral ceremony will take place at St Paul's Cathedral in London

An initial list of invitations to Margaret Thatcher’s funeral on April 17 has been released by Downing Street. All surviving US presidents and British prime ministers are on the guest list, as well as a representative of the Reagan family. Ronald Reagan’s widow Nancy is understood to be too frail to travel. Former Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev will also not be attending owing to hea…

Margaret Thatcher Funeral: programme and details released by Downing Street

Downing Street has announced that well-known hymns and poems will mark next week's funeral of former British PM Margaret Thatcher

…#8217;s protest – five of them for being drunk and disorderly. Fourteen Chelsea Pensioners – aged from 65 to 90 – will line the steps of St Paul’s Cathedral on Wednesday, April 17, as the cortege and military escort draw up to the sound of a half-muffled bell. Margaret Thatcher, who died at the age of 87 on April 8, had strong connections to the Royal Hospital Chelsea, home…

Whitney Houston’s funeral: order of service

Whitney Houston's casket arrived at New Hope Baptist Church in her hometown Newark, New Jersey

Whitney Houston’s flower-covered casket arrived at New Hope Baptist Church where her powerful voice first wowed a congregation as family made final preparations to remember the pop superstar in her hometown.   Whitney Houston's casket arrived at New Hope Baptist Church in her hometown Newark, New Jersey   ORDER OF SERVICE New Hope Mass Choir and The New Jersey Mass Choir sin…

BBC defends its decision to show extensive coverage of Whitney Houston’s funeral

The BBC issued a statement in a lengthy defense of its decision to show extensive coverage of Whitney Houston’s funeral

The BBC issued a statement in a lengthy defense of its decision to show extensive coverage of Whitney Houston’s funeral. BBC was forced into the response after receiving 118 complaints about the way the broadcaster’s news channel had remained “glued” to the ceremony on Saturday, sparking accusations that it had been “voyeuristic”. The British broadcaster admitted that the “duration” of its covera…

Steve Jobs’ funeral: a small private gathering.

Steve Jobs funeral, who died Wednesday aged 56, took place as a small private gathering

Apple co-founder Steve Jobs funeral, who died Wednesday aged 56, took place as a small private gathering. Steve Jobs was known as being a quiet man who kept himself to himself – but became the iconic face of modern technology. However, the controversial Westboro Baptist Church from Kansas threatened it would picket the funeral because Steve Jobs “gave God no glory and taught sin”. Westboro…

Danica May Camacho from Philippines recognized as the world’s 7billionth baby.

Danica May Camacho, born in Philippines last night, has been recognized by United Nations as one of the world's symbolic "seven billionth" babies, presenting her with a special cake

Danica May Camacho, born in Philippines last night, has been recognized by United Nations as one of the world’s symbolic “seven billionth” babies, presenting her with a special cake. United Nations say Seven Billion Day – October 31 – is the date when the world’s population reaches landmark number. The Philippines, which is ranked 12th as the most populated cou…

Whitney Houston open casket photo was not taken by Whigham Funeral Home, says the owner

Carolyn Whigham, the owner of the funeral home that handled Whitney Houston's remains is said to be “devastated” that a photo showing the legendary singer's body in an open casket was leaked to the National Enquirer

…ail said that if the person owned a dog, and the dog died, they would not come to my funeral home,” Carolyn Whigham said. “I’m worried about my employees, worried about me. I’ve been in business since 1943. This is my name, my character. Honestly, this is my life’s work. We would never do something like this.” Whitney Houston’s mother Cissy and daughter Bobbi Kristina are said to be outraged…

Margaret Thatcher’s funeral military rehearsal in central London

Military rehearsal of former PM Margaret Thatcher's funeral procession in central London

A military rehearsal of former British PM Margaret Thatcher’s funeral procession has taken place in central London. More than 700 members of the armed forces drawn from all three services took part in the practice before dawn. They will line the route of the funeral procession from Westminster to St Paul’s Cathedral on Wednesday. Margaret Thatcher’s coffin is to be carried in a…

Cissy Houston blew up at Bobby Brown on the day before Whitney’s funeral

Cissy Houston blames Bobby Brown for Whitney Houston’s death and she reportedly hurled angry words to the singer’s ex-husband on the day before her funeral

Cissy Houston blames Bobby Brown for Whitney Houston’s death and she reportedly hurled angry words to the singer’s ex-husband on the day before her funeral on February 18. “I hate you! You killed my daughter by turning her on to drugs…The day she married you was the worst day of my life!” Cissy Houston said to Bobby Brown, according to the National Enquirer. Family insiders reveal behind-th…

Bobbi Kristina Brown found “doing drugs” hours after Whitney Houston’s funeral

Bobbi Kristina Brown, Whitney Houston’s daughter, was allegedly found doing drugs yesterday, hours after her mother’s funeral

Bobbi Kristina Brown, Whitney Houston’s daughter, was allegedly found doing drugs yesterday, hours after her mother’s funeral. Bobbi Kristina, 18, apparently slipped away from friends and family after the emotional four-hour home going service in New Jersey. Instead of joining them at a restaurant in Newark, Bobbi Kristina went off to be alone and even caused panic this morning as Whitney Houston…

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